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Java-bound ferry blaze leaves five dead, dozens still missing as rescue operations continue
world23 days ago

Java-bound ferry blaze leaves five dead, dozens still missing as rescue operations continue

A passenger ferry carrying 271 people (232 passengers, 39 crew) caught fire off Java while en route from Surabaya to Makassar. The blaze, reported between 6:00 and 7:00 local time, left at least five dead and 41 unaccounted for as rescuers and passing vessels evacuated hundreds. By about 9:45 local time, 225 passengers and crew had been rescued, with the cause of the fire under investigation. Indonesian authorities and the navy have deployed rescue assets; ferry safety enforcement has been widely criticized in the region.

via CNN|
#ferry#fire#indonesia
Philippines ferry tragedy: 18 dead, 24 still missing after sinking off Mindanao
asia-pacific7 months ago

Philippines ferry tragedy: 18 dead, 24 still missing after sinking off Mindanao

Eighteen people died and about 24 remain missing after the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 ferry, carrying more than 350 aboard, sank off the southern coast of the Philippines while en route from Mindanao to Jolo. Some 317 passengers and crew were rescued, and authorities are investigating the cause amid rough seas and concerns about maintenance and overloading, a recurring factor in Philippine ferry disasters.

via BBC|
#asia-pacific#coast-guard#ferry-sinking
"Chesapeake 1000: Clearing the Key Bridge Collapse"
disaster-recovery2 years ago

"Chesapeake 1000: Clearing the Key Bridge Collapse"

Crews are working tirelessly to clear the wreckage of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in the Port of Baltimore, a task made even more challenging by the sheer size of the pieces involved. The operation involves divers surveying the wreckage, cutting the trusses into manageable sizes, and using one of the largest floating cranes on the East Coast to hoist the massive chunks out of the water. The cleanup is a round-the-clock operation, with the goal of reopening the port by the end of May, and local companies are helping recycle the debris. The FBI has opened a criminal probe into the disaster, and there is immense pressure to get the waterway open due to its impact on the economy.

via The Washington Post|
#disaster-recovery#francis-scott-key-bridge#key-bridge
"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: FBI Investigates Ship's Electrical Issues"
crime-and-investigation2 years ago

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: FBI Investigates Ship's Electrical Issues"

The FBI has raided the container ship Dali, which caused the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, as part of a criminal investigation into the deadly incident. The investigation is running parallel to the National Transportation Safety Board's inquiry and is likely focused on determining if any federal laws were violated leading up to the disaster. The FBI's involvement suggests suspicion of criminal activity, potentially involving the ship's crew, companies, or other parties. Maryland officials have pledged to hold accountable anyone found responsible, and legal actions are being pursued against the ship's operators. The NTSB's preliminary report is expected in May, with the final report possibly taking up to two years.

via Baltimore Sun|
#bridge-collapse#crime-and-investigation#fbi
"Mozambique Ferry Disaster: Over 90 Dead in Tragic Accident"
tragedy2 years ago

"Mozambique Ferry Disaster: Over 90 Dead in Tragic Accident"

A makeshift ferry sank off Mozambique’s northern coast, leaving at least 94 people dead, including many children, with 26 still missing. The overloaded fishing boat, not licensed to transport people, was carrying passengers fleeing a cholera outbreak and heading to a fair. Misinformation about the outbreak caused panic and overcrowding on the boat, leading to the tragic incident.

via Fox News|
#cholera-outbreak#ferry-accident#maritime-disaster
Captain Convicted in Deadly California Boat Fire that Killed 34
crime2 years ago

Captain Convicted in Deadly California Boat Fire that Killed 34

Former Conception dive boat captain Jerry Boylan has been found guilty of gross negligence in the deaths of 34 people in a boat fire off Santa Cruz Island in 2019. The jury determined that Boylan failed to appoint a night watch or train his crew in fire safety, leading to chaos when the fire broke out. Boylan woke up, called for help, and jumped overboard, leaving the passengers trapped in the bunk room. The families of the victims expressed relief at the verdict but felt that the potential 10-year sentence was lenient. The tragedy has prompted tighter regulations for overnight watches on boats.

via Los Angeles Times|
#boat-fire#captain#crime
Captain Convicted in Deadly California Boat Fire
crime2 years ago

Captain Convicted in Deadly California Boat Fire

Captain Jerry Boylan has been found guilty of "seaman's manslaughter" in connection with the deadly 2019 fire aboard the dive boat Conception off Santa Cruz Island, California, which claimed the lives of 34 people. Boylan was the only person to face criminal charges related to the incident, and he could face up to 10 years in prison. The verdict brings some relief to the victims' families, who have been seeking accountability for their loss. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, but prosecutors argued that Boylan's failure to post a required night watch and inadequate crew training contributed to the tragedy. Civil lawsuits and ongoing legal proceedings against the boat owner and the Coast Guard are still pending.

via NPR|
#boat-fire#crime#criminal-negligence
California Scuba Boat Captain Convicted of 'Seaman's Manslaughter' in Deadly Fire
crime2 years ago

California Scuba Boat Captain Convicted of 'Seaman's Manslaughter' in Deadly Fire

Captain Jerry Boylan has been found guilty of "seaman's manslaughter" in connection with the 2019 boat fire off the coast of Southern California that killed 34 people, making it the deadliest maritime disaster in recent US history. Boylan was the only person to face criminal charges related to the incident. The jury found him guilty of one count of misconduct or neglect of a ship officer. The fire, which started in a plastic trash can, quickly spread, trapping passengers and crew members below deck. Boylan could face up to 10 years in prison. The verdict comes after changes to maritime regulations, congressional reform, and ongoing civil lawsuits.

via KABC-TV|
#boat-fire#crime#criminal-trial
WWII shipwreck carrying over 1,000 Allied POWs found in South China Sea.
history3 years ago

WWII shipwreck carrying over 1,000 Allied POWs found in South China Sea.

The wreck of the SS Montevideo Maru, a Japanese merchant ship sunk in World War Two with 864 Australian soldiers on board, has been found in the South China Sea, ending a tragic chapter of Australia's history. The ship was torpedoed by a U.S. submarine, unaware of the POWs onboard, and is considered Australia's worst maritime disaster. The long-awaited find comes ahead of April 25 commemorations for Anzac Day, a major day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand for their troops killed in all military conflicts.

via Reuters|
#anzac-day#australia#history
31 dead, 7 missing in Philippine ferry fire tragedy.
tragedy3 years ago

31 dead, 7 missing in Philippine ferry fire tragedy.

A ferry caught fire off the coast of Basilan in the southern Philippines, killing at least 31 of the approximately 250 passengers and crew. Many of the more than 200 survivors were rescued from the dark sea by the coast guard, navy, a nearby ferry, and local fishermen. The ferry was traveling to Jolo town in Sulu province from the southern port city of Zamboanga when it caught fire. Rescuers are still searching for at least seven missing people. Officials are investigating whether the ferry was seaworthy, if there were passengers not listed on the manifest, and whether the crew properly guided passengers to safety.

via NBC News|
#ferry-fire#investigation#maritime-disaster
Deadly Ferry Fires Strike Philippines, Leaving Multiple Fatalities and Missing Passengers
tragedy3 years ago

Deadly Ferry Fires Strike Philippines, Leaving Multiple Fatalities and Missing Passengers

A ferry carrying about 250 passengers and crew caught fire in the southern Philippines, leaving 31 people dead and at least 7 missing. Many were rescued by the coast guard, navy, another ferry, and local fishermen. The burned ferry was towed to Basilan's shoreline, where 18 more bodies were discovered. Sea accidents are common in the Philippines due to storms, badly maintained boats, overcrowding, and spotty enforcement of safety regulations.

via The Associated Press|
#basilan#ferry-fire#jolo